J.J. Grandville; Hortensia Couronne Imperiale Matisse De la Couleur the graphic precision and vibrant

the graphic precision and vibrant saturation are indistinguishable from the factory-signed editions

in a dress of spiny leaves with a flower headdress

Approximate Dimensions: 1

Reference: Orozco 213

J.J. Grandville; Hortensia Couronne Imperiale Matisse De la Couleur the graphic precision and vibrantAn Image from a series of delightful prints illustrating flowers personified in the form of lovely maidens and their animal retinues. Each early 19th century female figure is richly costumed in the leaves, blossoms, and garlands that designate her flower. She presides in an appropriate 'natural' setting, often surrounded by anthropomorphized insects and birds that pay her homage. These poetic interpretations of nature are a fetching example of early